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SOLD FOR $715,000

· Closed October 29, 2018

159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2J
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$715,000

$753 per sq ft

159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2J

Washington Heights, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10542693

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Listing by Stribling & Associates

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

950

Sq. Ft.

1941

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 950 sq ft
Lot Size 81,625 sq ft
Year Built 1941
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $908/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Washington Heights
Floor 2 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Views: River
  • Exposure: West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 7
View River
Exposure West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1941
Living Area 950 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 81,625 sq ft

Description

One-bed/one-bath apartment with views of the Hudson River and a back garden. Unit features an oversized living room, renovated kitchen, separate area for dining room or office, 5 huge closets and parquet hardwood floors. Located in the River Arts co-op, one of Washington Height's premier buildings. Minutes to the 1 train at 157th St and a short walk to the A/C trains. Nearby bus stations for the M4, M5 & Bx6. Amenities include: 24-hour doorman, resident super and 3 porters, indoor garage $200/year, 24-hour gym $50/year, laundry room, washer/dryer permitted, private and bike storage, pet friendly, shared outdoor space, rooftop panels, bulk rate cable and electric. Close to restaurants, coffee shops, Columbia Presbyterian, River Banks State Park and greenway bike path.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden Garden

Building Information

Total Units 244
Stories 7
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $908/mo
Original Price $749,000
Sale Price $715,000

Washington Heights is a vibrant, transit-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

Washington Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

62

Median Asking Price

$555K

Median $/Sqft

$682

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$507K

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159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2J, Washington Heights, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10542693
First Listed: 3/13/2018
Closed: 10/29/2018
Contract Date: 12/19/2017

Listing Courtesy of Stribling & Associates - Jacqueline Sencion

Listing Contact: (917) 287-4638

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